Murdoch Mysteries star to launch CBC kids show

Yannick Bisson gears up for The Adventures of Napkin Man

Murdoch Mysteries star Yannick Bisson is expanding his presence on CBC with a kids show. Dubbed The Adventures of Napkin Man, the series is set to air on the public broadcaster in January.

“I’m quite proud of it,” says the Montreal-born actor. “I actually sing in it. It’s a mix of live-action, some animation and a few other different things. It’s an educational program for young children.”

Bisson will play Mister Anthony, a preschool teacher who draws a superhero named Napkin Man for his students. The character, voiced by Bisson, comes to life in an animated world where children learn how to deal with their everyday concerns and challenges.

The 44-year-old actor is currently starring in Season 7 of Murdoch Mysteries, which also airs on CBC. He plays William Murdoch, a detective on the Toronto police force during the Victorian era.